United complete their home game double-header against Notts County and the club is proud to designate the match as our official Kick It Out fixture.

Manager Keith Curle said: "This is another game for us to look forward to. Notts County are playing well and on the kind of run we enjoyed at this same stage last season.

"We know we have nothing to fear and our players will have the information they need to go out there and do the job for us.

"There were plenty of positives to take from the Wycombe game because even when it got back to 2-2 the players kept their belief and we continued to look dangerous. We knew we’d need to get on the ball and close them down and we got the early goal to go with it. We'll be looking to do the same on Saturday. 

"Notts County won't want to come to Carlisle after the result they had at Crewe on Tuesday so we have to make sure we make it uncomfortable for them. Confidence is high with the way we've been playing recently and I expect us to carry that on with another committed and disciplined performance. 

"We have dedicated today’s fixture to support the work of Kick It Out and encourage our supporters to report any discrimination they see or hear. For over 20 years, Kick It Out has played a vital role in ensuring that everyone, regardless of background, is welcome in our game.

"Their message of equality is extremely important to us and this is why we’re supporting Kick It Out’s stance against hate and encouraging all supporters to download their free app to eradicate all forms of discrimination from the game [see below for details of how to download the app]."

Club captain Danny Grainger said: "This weekend sees the club recognise the work of Kick It Out, football’s equality and inclusion organisation and its commitment to reporting and eliminating discrimination from our game.

"As a squad, we all support the work that Kick It Out is doing across all levels of football. Discrimination has no place in our game, and if we can do anything as a squad to share that message, we’re more than happy to do it."

Remember, you can purchase your tickets by telephone on 0844 371 1921* or buy online and print at home, or order for collection, by clicking HERE.  

*Calls to this number are charged at 7p per minute from landlines. Charges from mobiles may vary. A booking fee of £1 applies to all online transactions.

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Welcome to our Big Match Sponsors

This weekend we welcome Match Sponsors Thomas Graham.

They are regular and valued sponsors of the club and are hosting their guests in Foxy’s Restaurant.

Kelso Parts / Lloyd Group are our Associate Sponsors and Donleys are our Match Ball Sponsors.

We’re looking forward to meeting all of our sponsors and guests and hope they all enjoy their match day experience with us.

Our Community Ticket Scheme guests in our Cumberland Community Stand are Thompsons FC U7 & U8, Thompsons FC U10, Thompsons FC U12, Thompsons FC U7 Blues and Thompsons FC U8 Yellows.

Welcome to our official Kick It Out fixture

Our home game on Saturday is dedicated to the work of Kick It Out, football’s equality and inclusion organisation.

Throughout the 2017/18 season, Kick It Out will be raising awareness of the procedures in place for supporters to report any discrimination they witness or suffer at a professional game, non-league, grassroots or even online.

Kick It Out’s FREE reporting app, which can be downloaded on iPhone or Android, allows users to confidentially report incidents of football-related discrimination. The app also offers users the ability to attach video, photo and audio evidence to complaints to aid investigations into discriminatory abuse and behaviour at matches.

Aside from the app, discrimination can be reported to Kick It Out on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

It is recommended that users take screenshots of discriminatory posts on social media in case they are deleted before Kick It Out can file a report, and any report should preferably be sent to Kick It Out in a private message to ensure the safety of those reporting the incident.

These methods sit alongside the organisation’s well-established methods of reporting, including via email to info@kickitout.org and Freephone on 0800 169 9414. 

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Join us for our Happy Hour and Big Match build-up

We can confirm that all of our hospitality and catering areas will be open again this weekend.  

Our TV screens will be showing Chelsea at home to Watford from 12.30pm, to help you to get in the mood for the big game, and Southampton take on West Brom at 5.30pm, with the game showing across our hospitality areas after full time in the main event.

Our catering partners, abm Catering, are delighted to confirm another Happy Hour in the Sporting Inn and Sunset Suite between 12pm and 1.30pm on Saturday afternoon.

The Happy Hour includes a ‘50p per pint off’ offer on Fosters, John Smiths and Strongbow [£3 per pint during the Happy Hour] – please note, Guinness and Morretti will be sold at full price.

Remember, you can upgrade your match ticket to book a place in Foxy’s Restaurant - £25pp for a two-course meal or £30pp for a three-course meal.

We also have an extensive range of sponsorship opportunities available, from Match Day sponsorship to player and ball sponsorship packages. For more information please contact the Commercial Department on 01228 554 155 or email commercial@carlisleunited.co.uk

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CUOSC Surgery

CUOSC will be holding their next Supporters’ Surgery on Saturday, between 1.30pm and 2.30pm in the Study Centre, located next to the Blues Store.  

Barry Carter from the CUSG Disabled Supporters Group will also be in attendance to answer any questions or queries our disabled fans may have.

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New stock arriving in our Blues Store all the time!

As we head rapidly towards the festive season we have excellent present and gift ideas arriving in our Blues Store almost every day.

From clothing to small souvenirs and stocking fillers, we have everything your devoted Blues fan could want.

The popular home and away kits continue to sell well - some of our first team players will be popping into the Blues Store at around 2pm – be there for a selfie with your new shirt if you can make it!

Keep checking in-store and online - we have new fashion and souvenir ranges arriving all the time.

Telephone sales: 01228 554 138 (during store working hours only).

To shop at our online Blues Store, click HERE.

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The Mascots

Our mascots for this game are Chloe and Ellie Reay.

Chloe's favourite player is Jason Kennedy and Ellie is a big fan of Danny Grainger. 

Have a great day girls!

To find out more about our Junior Blues membership and how to become a mascot, click HERE.

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The Man in the Middle 

Our match referee this weekend is Mr David Webb.

Mr Webb has taken charge of 14 games so far this season and has shown 35 yellow cards but has kept his red cards firmly in his pocket.

He was the match official for our recent away day at Accrington where Tom Miller was booked during the 3-0 reverse.

He was last at Brunton Park twice in the space of a fortnight at the end of last season.

Jabo Ibehre and Nicky Adams got our goals in a 2-1 win over Newport County, and Michael Raynes went in the book as we went up against Exeter City in a 3-3 home draw in the play-off semi-finals. 

Goals from Shaun Miller and John O'Sullivan were added to an own goal to complete United's scoring on that night.

Our betting partner Sky Bet has some fantastic odds available on all match markets – click HERE for more details.

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The Match Programme

Issue 9 of this season’s The Blues match day programme is on sale from our usual programme selling points and outlets around the ground.

It’s a 64-page publication this season and it’s packed with fun, facts and features to keep you entertained during the half time break.

Our popular Head2Head feature causes turmoil in the medical department this weekend as physio Neil Dalton goes up against strength and conditioning coach Lee Fearn. It's an entertaining encounter and well worth the read.

Defender Tom Miller goes under the spotlight and reveals a hidden and deadly talent when we ask for something we didn't know about him.

Priced at just £3 it’s becoming a must-have match day essential.

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Match Day Ticket Sales

Match Day Ticket Sales are as follows:

Main Stand [B, C, Pirelli Family Stand and EWM] – from the ticket office situated on the west side of the stadium.

Paddock – from the Paddock ticket office situated at the southern end of the Paddock.

Pioneer Foods Stand and Warwick Road End – from the Pioneer Foods Stand ticket office situated on the ground floor on the east side of the stadium.

Away fans – from the away ticket office situated at the northern end of the Pioneer Foods Stand.

Remember – during the working week our Pioneer Foods Stand ticket office, situated on the first floor of the Pioneer Foods stand, is open for ticket sales for ALL areas of the ground.

The ticket office on the west side of the stadium is open on MATCH DAYS ONLY.

The ticket office is open from 10am to 5pm on weekdays (and until kick off for midweek games) and from 10am to 5.15pm on weekend match days.

It is worth noting that entry can be gained on match days by showing your ticket confirmation email on your smart phone or equivalent device. Simply present the relevant section of your eTicket for scanning at point of entry.

For full ticket office opening times and ticket prices, click HERE.

Remember, you can purchase your tickets by telephone on 0844 371 1921* or buy online and print at home, or order for collection, by clicking HERE.

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Be in it to win it with our Golden Gamble

Keep your eye out for our Golden Gamble sellers around the ground ahead of kick off.

Your tickets can be purchased for just £1 (or at 3 for £2) and give you the chance to win either £100, or the share of a cash pot, in our half time draws. 

And, while we’re on the subject, why not sign up to our exciting Blues Lotto? For just £1 you can purchase 10 lucky numbers for our weekly draw giving you the chance to win cash prizes from our fund of nearly £60,000.

There is now the opportunity to pay an additional £1 per week to upgrade to Premier Membership where there is another £17,000 cash, 3 new cars and many other prizes waiting to be won. 

For more details visit www.blueslotto.co.uk or email lottery@carlisleunited.co.uk. 

Alternatively call 01228 526 237 and ask for Ewan Wood. 

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The Blues Store in the East Stand

We are delighted to confirm that our Blues Store will be operating from the Club Bar adjacent to the Family Zone in the Pioneer Foods Stand once again this weekend.

A full range of stock will be available with the emphasis on smaller items, suitable for the younger visitors to our extremely popular Family Zone games and play area.

Keep your eye out for our mini-tuck shop selling a range of confectionary and drinks.

Replica kit sales continue to go well in our main Blues Store on Warwick Road and it would be great to see you in your favourite colour [blue or carbon] as you cheer on the lads from the stands and the terraces.

Blues Store opening times:

Monday - 10am to 5pm
Tuesday - 10am to 5pm (open until 7.45pm on a match day)
Wednesday - CLOSED 
Thursday - 10am to 5pm
Friday - 10am to 5pm
Saturday - 10am to 3pm (open until 5.30pm on match day) 
Sunday - CLOSED

Telephone sales: 01228 554 138 (during store working hours only).

Click HERE to shop at our online Blues Store.

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Challenge 25

We are operating the ‘Challenge 25’ policy at Brunton Park this season.

Please do not be offended if you are asked for ID when purchasing alcohol and if you appear to be under the age of 25 to our bar staff.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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The Supporters’ Car Park

Our supporters’ car park is open with parking available at the stadium at just £3.

Please be aware that the ground can be uneven in places, so take care when navigating and walking around the area.

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Local Match Day Travel with Stagecoach

Carlisle Footyrider – get to the match for half the cost!

Stagecoach Cumbria and Carlisle United are working together to make it easier for you to get to Brunton Park on match days.

The Carlisle Footyrider ticket will get you to every first-team home game for half the price of a normal dayrider ticket.

Stagecoach service 76 and 685 takes you straight to Brunton Park. Simply catch service 76 from The Crescent (Stand U) near the train station or service 685 from Carlisle Bus Station.

What you'll need

To get a Carlisle Footyrider ticket you’ll need to show our driver one of the following:

+ A valid Carlisle United season ticket

+ A ticket for that day's match

Where you can travel?

You can get to Brunton Park from anywhere across Cumbria and North Lancashire.

Depending on where you’re travelling from, you can purchase a Footyrider ticket from within the:

+ Carlisle dayrider zone
+ Carlisle dayrider plus zone
+ Explorer zone

How much does it cost?

+ Carlisle dayrider - £1.50
+ Carlisle dayrider plus - £3.35
+ Explorer - £5.40

Click HERE to visit the Stagecoach website for full travel details.